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#3938 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 41% in state
Towne Avenue Elementary
Elementary School · Los Angeles Unified
18924 Towne Ave., Carson, CA 90746
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
22.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
309
Student-Teacher
22.1:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#3,938 of 9,539
In Carson
#16 of 23
public schools
In district
#420 of 769
Los Angeles Unified
Equity
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Towne Avenue Elementary
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About Towne Avenue Elementary
Towne Avenue Elementary is a public elementary school in Carson, CA, part of Los Angeles Unified. Towne Avenue Elementary serves approximately 309 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 22.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Towne Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,938 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Towne Avenue Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Towne Avenue Elementary runs 22.1:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
38% of students at Towne Avenue Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Towne Avenue Elementary — Students at Towne Avenue Elementary score 43% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.8/10.
How Towne Avenue Elementary Compares
See how Towne Avenue Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
18924 Towne Ave., Carson, CA 90746
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Towne Avenue Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Annalee Avenue Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Van Deene Avenue Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Torrance), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Carson Street Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Carson, see our Carson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Leapwood Avenue Elementary Carson | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Jennifer Kelley Gardena | 0.9 mi | — |
| California Academy of Mathematics and Science Carson | 0.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Annalee Avenue Elementary Carson | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Glenn Hammond Curtiss Middle Carson | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Virtual Academy of the Arts & Entertainment Carson | 1.1 mi | — |
| Magnolia Science Academy 3 Carson | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Ambler Avenue Elementary Carson | 1.4 mi | 6.7 |
| CARSON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Carson | 1.4 mi | 5.1 |
| Carson Street Elementary Carson | 1.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Ralph Bunche Elementary Carson | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Moneta Continuation Gardena | 1.7 mi | 3.6 |
| Broadacres Avenue Elementary Visual & Performing Arts Magnet Carson | 1.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Andrew Carnegie Middle Carson | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Van Deene Avenue Elementary Torrance | 1.8 mi | 7.9 |
| New Millennium Secondary Gardena | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Gardena Senior High Gardena | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| St. Philomena Elementary Carson | 2.0 mi | — |
| Bonita Street Elementary Carson | 2.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Gardena Elementary Gardena | 2.0 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 90746 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$113,545
Median Home Value
$682,000
Median Rent
$2,713/mo
Population
27,465
College Educated
34.6%
Homeownership
84.5%
Avg Commute
26.6 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
44.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Towne Avenue Elementary
What grades does Towne Avenue Elementary serve?
Towne Avenue Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Towne Avenue Elementary?
Towne Avenue Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 309 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Towne Avenue Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Towne Avenue Elementary is 22.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Towne Avenue Elementary rank in CA?
Towne Avenue Elementary ranks #3,938 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Towne Avenue Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Towne Avenue Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Towne Avenue Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Towne Avenue Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Towne Avenue Elementary a charter school?
No, Towne Avenue Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Towne Avenue Elementary a Title I school?
No, Towne Avenue Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Towne Avenue Elementary?
83.2% of students at Towne Avenue Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 309
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 22.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 14
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.5%
- Phone
- (310) 329-3505
Resources & Links
District
Los Angeles Unified- District Enrollment
- 419,929
- Schools in District
- 785
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,687
- District Rank
- #420 of 769
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